The Monte Bello is the wine that introduced Ridge to the world, and the world to Ridge. It is a blend of Bordeaux varietals in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates. This year's estate red blend is 76% Cabernet, with the balance Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. It is a seamless, ... more

Ridge's Montebello Vineyard Chardonnay from the Santa Cruz Mountains is one of our favorite California Chardonnays in the shop. The first release of Ridge Chardonnay was 1962 and today, the vinification involves long, slow fermentation with natural yeasts, natural malolactic and natural clarification (no fining nor filtration). Look for apple, ... more